Book, Music, & Lyrics by Justin Huertas

OVERVIEW

A thrilling indie-rock fantasy musical about identity, transformation, and finding the courage to be seen. Set against the backdrop of Seattle's Monsterfest, Lizard Boy follows Trevor, a young man whose body was transformed after a legendary dragon attack. When a first date collides with an apocalyptic prophecy, Trevor must confront the monsters threatening the city—and the fears that have kept him hidden from the world. Combining live music, comic-book mythology, and heartfelt storytelling, Lizard Boy has captivated audiences across the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Canada

SYNOPSIS

Twenty years ago, Mount St. Helens erupted—and something impossible emerged from the ashes. During the chaos, six children were splattered with dragon blood. One of them, Trevor, was transformed. His skin turned green and scaly, leaving him isolated from the world and known only as the mysterious "Lizard Boy." On the night of Seattle's annual Monsterfest celebration, Trevor ventures out for the first time in years and agrees to meet Cary, a charming newcomer to the city. Their promising first date is interrupted by Siren, a magnetic musician who warns that dragons are returning and that the world may end before sunrise. As the night unfolds, Trevor must navigate first love, friendship, destiny, and self-acceptance while confronting the extraordinary forces gathering around him. By dawn, he will discover that the things that make us different may also be the source of our greatest strength.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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  • Professional theatres, regional theatres, universities, colleges, conservatories, and community organizations may apply.

  • Instruments featured in the score include cello, acoustic guitar, ukulele, piano, various percussion and toy instruments.

  • Authorized productions receive the materials specified in their licensing agreement.

  • No. If you choose the actor-musician version, instruments may be reassigned to best support your casting and music direction. For example, Trevor does not need to play the cello, but the cello part must still be covered. The instrumentation of the score must be preserved, but the assignment of instruments to performers is flexible.

  • Per the author’s wishes, Trevor (the protagonist) must be played by an actor of color—however, if you have a vision for a production that utilizes an alternative expressions of “otherness”, the author is open to considering it. Please share more about your vision with us.

  • Any changes to the script, score, orchestration, lyrics, or staging requirements must receive prior written approval.

  • International inquiries are welcome and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

  • Licensing fees are determined based on venue size, ticket pricing, performance schedule, and production type.

  • Yes. The show may be performed with either a separate band or a hybrid actor-musician model. Your intended approach must be identified in advance as part of the licensing process.

 

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